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The legislation allows capital punishment for sexual crimes against children under 12, directly challenging a 2008 U.S. Supreme Court decision on non-murder offenses.

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There's a bill to make a small change to the way taxes are collected. It would bring in more revenue and potentially create jobs.

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The Alabama House Agriculture and Forestry Committee advanced a bill limiting state environmental rules to federal standards.

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Lawmakers spoke before the Senate in favor of shielding minors from inappropriate content, requiring parental permission for account creation.

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Acting Chair Joan Reynolds praised Republican legislators who led bipartisan work protecting families from rising utility costs and strengthening oversight.

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Lawmakers approved four contracts totalling $800,000 to hire legal representation for Department of Corrections employees in lawsuits alleging brutality.

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Alabama’s healthcare system is on life support. But the diagnosis is not terminal. And now we have a chance to begin making it better.

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Sarah and the other 26 girls deserved better. The least we can do is ensure their deaths lead to real, lasting change.

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Many Alabamians were surprised to learn current law does not always require a physician present in the emergency room, prompting a legislative effort.

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The Surface Transportation Board rejected the initial merger application between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, insisting on a thorough, fact-based review.

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The future of Alabama depends on strong infrastructure, strong families and strong jobs.

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Less than two weeks after two inmates died, ADOC Commissioner John Hamm failed to address deadly conditions during the Legislature's prison oversight meeting.

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You can continue to align yourselves with executive power and party discipline. Or you can honor your oath.

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